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Bright Family Forest
Hosted by Elise · Port Angeles, Washington
3 sites · RV · 10 acres
Near Olympic National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the Sol Duc.
Full RV hookups
Electrical, water, and sewage hookups are available at all sites.
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RV-only sites
3 sites
The Sockeye
88%
(13)Campfires allowed
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
The Coho
86%
(7)Campfires allowed
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
The Chinook
90%
(5)Campfires allowed
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Reviews
88% Recommend25 ratings · 21 reviews
The campsite offers a convenient location near the Straits and Olympic NP, making it a great base for exploring the area. The full hookups rival high-end RV parks, but sites are closely packed, ideal for groups or social campers. The private trail to the Lyre River is a nice addition, though some find it steep. However, maneuvering larger trailers can be challenging, and traffic noise can be an issue due to proximity to the road.
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Recommends
· September 2026
19 ft pop-up camper · Group trip ·
The Coho
Clean and convenient. Property is pretty tight if all three sites are occupied. Host was great with communication.
This a great spot if you are with a group. Otherwise sites would be considered really close. Wonderful for jumping off point to explore the peninsula.
Location was very nice with the Straits and Olympic NP all nearby. The sites are close to the road, and traffic noise was present, but the being a side hwy, it mostly died after working hours and the weekend. The private trail they have to the Lyre river is nice, and a great feature. The parking surfaces were great, and the newish power/water/sewer setups rivaled many high end RV parks we've stayed at.
Previous reviews stated that the site were close together. That is an understatement. But for our group of three families, it was a huge advantage. We booked all three sites on our visit. Our rigs varied from a Van to a 30ft trailer. Parking was not a problem. The Chinook was the best for larger rigs, with parking next to the trailer. Overall we would come back as a group.
Mixed feelings
· August 2026
24 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
The Coho
The site was not meant for a 24'' trailer trailer. Maybe a popup or one of thse pod things. The directions provided didn't mention that this particular site you have to park parallel to the drop off down to the river. We initially assumed that we could just back in parallel to the other two sites, but at 24' we would have blocked the road and no one else could have gotten in or left. And, after pulling in and getting through the gate to park properly, you have to turn around in an area maybe 100'x200'. If no one else was there, this could probably be accomplished in a 10-12 point turn around, but the other sites were occupied so it took many times that. The other downside to this site was the grading. Maybe at one time it was level, but we were 3 blocks high on that side and it still had a slight slope. .The other two sites looked awesome. The property is great and the trail down to the river is beautiful.
The location of being right next to the river, and having a trail that went to it (even though it was very steep and difficult) was awesome. Everything else…disappointing.
The place where you park your trailer is pretty tight. It’s difficult to navigate and reposition the trailer, and leaving takes extra effort as well. There are three spots at the campsite, but if all three are taken, it would be near impossible to leave with your trailer if the other two spots are occupied. There was one other trailer there, and thankfully they left the day we left. Otherwise, we would have been stuck since there isn’t enough room to pass them.
Another issue was the sewage outflow pipes. Typically, they are below ground level to ensure that the flow slopes downward away from the trailer. One spot is like that, the other two have pipes extending a few inches above ground. So we had to drain the trailer some, then stop it, pick up the pipe and move the water downhill manually a few times, then reopen and repeat the process to ensure our tanks were emptied.
If we were to camp near Port Angeles again, we’d definitely select somewhere else to stay. Wasn’t worth the money we paid in our opinion.
Recommends
· August 2026
29 ft Class C · Group trip ·
The Sockeye
Everything was amazing! Super nice place, surrounded by nature, close to Lake Crescent, and has everything you need.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bright Family Forest Hipcamp, which served as the perfect base camp for our Lake Crescent kayaking adventures. It’s only about 15 minutes from East Beach, making it a convenient and excellent access point for kayaking.
The Hipcamp is situated just off WA-112 and perched above the beautiful Lyre River. There are three sites with full hookups, along with a lovely shared area featuring a picnic table and fire pit. Because the sites are close together, this is an especially great spot for families or friends traveling together as a small group.
At the bottom of the trail, you’ll find a beautiful, serene area along the river—a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
We recommend Bright Family Forest as an Olympic Peninsula adventure base camp and would gladly return. Thank you, Elise, for sharing the beauty of your property and creating a place for visitors to enjoy!
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Recommends
· July 2026
30 ft Class C · With kids ·
The Sockeye
The three campsites are right next to each other with a shared firepit for the three sites. Luckily we were the only ones there during our stay but I probably wouldn’t stay here again. Full RV hook ups are a plus though.
Recommends
· July 2026
24 ft campervan · Group trip ·
The Coho
Sarah’s land was beautiful, and even though it was off of a major road, still felt private. Would be a great place for a group of families to camp together, as the sites are pretty close. Hookups were greatly appreciated!
Mixed feelings
· July 2026
20 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
The Chinook
Very clean, very easy - kids had fun. Very close to a lot of fun activities.
Recommends
· July 2026
24 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
The Sockeye
Clean and quiet-we were the only ones there. Short drive to see the Strait and the town of Joyce. Also close enough for a drive to Lake Crescent.
Mixed feelings
· July 2026
30 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
The Sockeye
We were disappointed in how far the creek actually was to the sites. It also had a steep drop to the bottom so unfortunately my 5 year olds couldn't go down to the water. The sites are very close together. Im glad the other people that were there had kids the same age as mine or else my kids would have been bored. We did appreciate the fire pit. I would recommend this for group camping and social people due to how close the spaces are.
Recommends
· July 2026
32 ft Class C ·
The Sockeye
This place is very secluded and so so beautiful. If you have neighbors they will be very close but if you have friends or family with you, it would be perfect to reserve all 3 spaces!! We loved it sooo much and were very happy overall!
Recommends
· July 2026
30 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
The Sockeye
Loved our stay! We stayed at the sockeye site which was perfect for our little 17 foot RPod.
It was great having full hook ups at the site and the little trail down to Lyre River was a nice little trek. It was quiet at night and we lucked out having nobody in the other two sites the first night and then a nice family at one of the sites the next two nights. Would definitely stay again and loved being close to downtown port Angeles, lyre rec area and salt creek rec area
Recommends
· June 2026
20 ft travel trailer ·
The Chinook
Great secluded spot close to everything and the river was beautiful
The site was just what the Dr ordered, and was as described in the hosts description. The site was nice, and my 25' trailer fit fine. Just took me a bit of work to back in on my blind side. Joseph was there tk greet us when we pulled in and ensured we had anything we needed and even made sure we could get into the spot without issues. The picnic table & fire pit were a great touch (we didn'tuse the put since things were pretty dry). Although cars could be heard on the road, noise was never an issue. The site was very quiet and relaxing, and hookups were easy to connect. The trail to the Lyre river was an easy walk until getting down to the bank at the end. But that spot was still pretty manageable. We'll worth it to check that out. Would be a great place to cool off on a hot day. My only word of advice. When pulling in and stopping to punch in the gate code, the rear of our trailer blocked the eastbound lane. It wasnt an issue, but worth keeping in mind. The locatio.is 6 minutes from the Joyce general store which had anything we may have needed. Also close to plenty of things to do outside. Would definitely stay there again!
Recommends
· May 2026
22 ft travel trailer ·
The Sockeye
We had a great stay this past weekend. The campsite was peaceful and relaxing, tucked back in the woods with the sound of the river nearby. All of the amenities worked perfectly, and the site itself was spacious and very easy to get set up in.
Joe was extremely helpful getting us guided to the correct location and making sure we had everything we needed. You can tell the property is well cared for, and it made for a very enjoyable trip.
The location was also excellent and centrally located to many attractions, including Lake Crescent and several beach access points, which made exploring the area very convenient.
Thank you for letting us stay, we really appreciated the hospitality and the great property.
Recommends
· April 2026
18 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
The Sockeye
Nice large sites and just a quick little walk down to the Lyre River.
Recommends
· March 2026
Nice private space near the park...
17 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
The Chinook
We had the space to ourselves which we appreciated. It was a great base camp for visiting the National Park and close enough to Port Angeles for whatever we needed. The only challenge we had was connecting to the water and electricity. You'll need 75 feet of cord/hose to connect. The sewer connections are better placed and easy to attach to.
Recommends
· February 2026
22 ft travel trailer ·
The Chinook
We had a great stay and would definitely recommend this spot. The site was clean, well maintained, and felt secure with the gated entry. The sound of the creek was really relaxing, and the stargazing was amazing thanks to the lack of light pollution. Joe was a fantastic host—he checked in daily and was incredibly kind.
It’s conveniently located near Port Angeles, Hurricane Ridge, and other outdoor activities. While it’s close to a road, it stays quiet since traffic is light. With the proximity to the road and dense trees, keep an eye on your kids and pets. The campsites themselves are very close together, which makes this an especially great option if you’re booking the whole property with friends or family, or if you enjoy a more social camping atmosphere.
Overall, a peaceful location with a great host and beautiful surroundings—we’d gladly stay again.
Recommends
· February 2026
26 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
The Sockeye
We had a great stay and would definitely recommend this spot. The site was clean, well maintained, and felt secure with the gated entry. The sound of the creek was really relaxing, and the stargazing was amazing thanks to the lack of light pollution. Joe, the property’s forester, was a fantastic host—he checked in daily and was incredibly kind.
It’s conveniently located near Port Angeles, Hurricane Ridge, and other outdoor activities. While it’s close to a road, it stays quiet since traffic is light. With the proximity to the road and dense trees, keep an eye on your kids and pets. The campsites themselves are very close together, which makes this an especially great option if you’re booking the whole property with friends or family, or if you enjoy a more social camping atmosphere.
Overall, a peaceful location with a great host and beautiful surroundings—we’d gladly stay again.
Location
Port Angeles, Clallam County, Washington, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Elise B.
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